Camilleri named Senate majority leader by Democratic caucus, Hauck chosen to lead Republicans

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 741

Last Updated: 4 days, 3 hours ago

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Sen. Darrin Camilleri (D-Trenton) was named the next Senate majority leader by the Democratic caucus on Thursday afternoon. While he will not officially assume the role until voted in by the full chamber in January, his nomination by the Democrats makes that a formality.

Talking to reporters after the vote, Camilleri repeatedly said that his goal is to ensure that the upcoming legislative session is “the most productive legislative session in our lifetimes.” …

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